Word Quiz on Oral Hygiene

Yes, you brush your teeth every day. But how much do you really know about this important habit? Test your knowledge with our quiz on dental vocabulary.

Choose the correct meaning for:

Oral Hygiene

Clean language

The practice of keeping your teeth and gums clean

A shade of lipstick

A type of dental surgery

Biofilm

A movie about a person’s life, such as “Ray Charles”

A new kind of cling wrap

An accumulation of bacteria that forms a whitish, sticky film

A tooth whitener

Dental plaque

A type of instrument used to clean teeth

Bacteria that accumulate on teeth and gums

An award given at the Dental Oscar ceremony

Your dentist’s framed diploma

Inflammation

The body’s response to harmful bacteria

A condition in which your gums become red and swollen and bleed easily

A cause of gingivitis

All of the above

Periodontal disease

Any disease caused by bacteria

Tooth decay

Whitish sores on the lips

Gum disease caused by dental plaque

Disclosants

Simple dyes that can stain plaque and make it visible

Television reality shows

Dental x-rays

A section of your annual tax report

Gingivitis

Any infection in the oral area

Tooth decay

Inflammation of the gums that can lead to periodontal disease

All of the above

Dental caries

Gum disease

A task carried out during your teeth cleaning

A technique of orthodontia

Tooth decay

Fluoride

A mineral that has been found to prevent tooth decay

The location of a famous dental school

A gasoline additive

A type of house paint

Inter-dental Area

Referring to the area between your teeth

The area regular proper flossing will keep clean

Area that wood points and specially designed brushes can be used to clean

All of the above

Answers: 1. b, 2. c, 3. b, 4. d, 5. d, 6. a, 7. c, 8. d, 9. a, 10. d

How did you do on our quiz? The more you know about keeping your teeth and gums clean and healthy, the better you will look and feel. Contact us today to schedule an appointment or to discuss your questions about oral hygiene. You can also learn more by reading the Dear Doctor article, “Oral Hygiene Behavior.”